Streamlining Administrative Procedures: Reducing Red Tape for Land and Asset Registration

On August 1st, representatives from the Land Management Bureau under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment shared insights into the recent regulatory changes. According to Decree No. 151/2025/ND-CP, there has been a notable reduction in administrative procedures related to land and asset registration. Specifically, 3 out of 30 procedures have been eliminated, along with 44 out of 425 days required for completing these processes.

The decree also simplifies the documentation requirements by removing the need for 3 out of 8 previously mandatory documents. Additionally, the People’s Committees at the communal level are now authorized to issue certificates without requesting confirmation of non-dispute, compliance with planning, and stability in land use from applicants. Contracts signed before July 1, 2025, will remain valid until the expiration date specified in the contract.

Regarding the registration process for land and associated assets, the bureau representative cited Decision 2304/QD-BNNMT, which outlines 48 administrative procedures related to land management, including 27 procedures for registration and certification of asset ownership (21 at the provincial level and 6 at the communal level).

Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment, Le Minh Ngan, emphasized the significance of land as a primary means of production, intertwined with socio-economic activities, national defense, security, and environmental considerations. He highlighted that innovative reforms in policies, machinery, procedures, and accountability in land management have always been a top priority.

Minister Ngan also provided a historical perspective, noting that the Land Law of 2003 laid the groundwork for gradual improvements in decentralization, with the 2013 version marking a significant breakthrough. The 2024 Land Law represents a quantum leap in decentralization and delegation of authority to provincial and district levels, excluding certain specialized aspects such as planning and land use, which remain under central government control.

According to Mr. Ngan, decentralization entails not just a transfer of power but also a shift in mindset, emphasizing initiative and accountability. Clearly defining the responsibilities of central and local governments, as well as provincial and communal levels, will reduce red tape, expedite administrative procedures, and enhance service quality for citizens and businesses alike.

However, challenges persist, especially at the grassroots level, where there is a shortage of specialized personnel, inadequate IT infrastructure, and a reluctance to embrace new competencies. To address these issues, the national conference, with over 3,400 participants across the country, was organized to disseminate comprehensive and consistent information regarding decentralization, delegation of authority, and delineation of responsibilities in land management.

Hùng Võ

– 15:23 01/08/2025

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